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Turning Machine Data into Action: How Peakboard and Kepware Simplify Your Operations

Machine data is a treasure trove of potential, yet many industries still struggle to make it accessible, transparent, and actionable. This is where the partnership between Peakboard and Kepware comes in. Together, they bridge the gap between complex industrial systems and the people who rely on them to make informed decisions—seamlessly connecting machines, systems, and data with real-time insights.

30.01.2025

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3 min read

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Key takeaways
  • Machine data is valuable but often hard to access and act on.
  • Kepware acts as an industrial data gateway, connecting to many machine protocols.
  • Peakboard turns that data into clear, real-time dashboards and actions.
  • Together they bridge complex OT systems and the people who use the data.

Kepware: Your Industrial Data Gateway

Imagine Kepware as the backbone of your industrial data infrastructure. Known for its ability to connect the dots across various machinery and IT systems, Kepware’s industrial connectivity solutions make it easy to centralize and standardize data. With OPC UA, OPC DA, and a wide range of protocol support, Kepware ensures you’re never at a loss for the data you need.

This is especially useful for companies managing diverse equipment from different manufacturers. Whether it’s accessing a data dictionary for a detailed breakdown or integrating with big data tools for advanced analytics, Kepware ensures your data is always available and ready to use.

For example, a manufacturing plant with machines running Rockwell, Siemens, and Mitsubishi protocols can rely on Kepware to create a unified data pipeline. The result? Less hassle, more consistency, and a smoother integration process for your operations.

Peakboard: Making Data Usable and Beautiful

Once Kepware collects and standardizes your machine data, Peakboard steps in to do what it does best: bring your data to life. Think of Peakboard as the translator that turns raw machine data into an intuitive, interactive experience.

Peakboard connects not just to Kepware but also to your ERP, MES, or SCADA systems, creating a single source of truth for your workforce. Its dashboards give operators, managers, and decision-makers the power to see real-time metrics and take immediate action.

Let’s say you’re tracking KPIs like downtime or throughput across multiple lines. Peakboard allows you to visualize these metrics on a clean, interactive dashboard. Need to combine real-time machine data from Kepware with enterprise data from your ERP? Peakboard makes it effortless, delivering insights to the people who need them most.

The Real-World Benefits of Combining Kepware and Peakboard

By integrating Kepware’s robust data accessibility with Peakboard’s dynamic dashboards, industrial operations unlock a host of benefits:

  • Streamlined Integration: Kepware connects your machines, and Peakboard consolidates the data into one easy-to-read format. No more juggling multiple platforms or manual data transfers.
  • Informed Decisions on the Fly: Real-time dashboards mean you’re not waiting hours—or even minutes—for data to refresh. React to issues as they happen.
  • Efficiency Gains: Forget about building costly middleware or bespoke solutions. The combination of Kepware and Peakboard saves both time and resources while improving accuracy and usability.

Take, for example, a production floor struggling with bottlenecks in machine performance. By pairing Kepware’s data pipeline with Peakboard’s visualization capabilities, managers can quickly identify underperforming machines and adjust production schedules on the spot.

Why It Works: A Seamless Synergy

What makes this partnership stand out? It’s the way Kepware and Peakboard complement each other:

  • Kepware ensures your data is accurate, accessible, and organized.
  • Peakboard transforms that data into actionable visuals.

Together, they simplify complexity, ensuring your team spends less time troubleshooting and more time optimizing.

Ready to Unlock Your Data Potential?

Curious about how this synergy can work for you? Check out our OPC UA dashboard templates to see Peakboard in action or request a custom quote tailored to your needs.

Don’t let your machine data sit idle. With Peakboard and Kepware, you’ll be able to transform raw information into meaningful insights that drive results across your operations.

By combining their strengths, Peakboard and Kepware are paving the way for smarter, more connected industrial environments. Start your journey today.

Frequently asked questions about Peakboard and Kepware

What does Kepware do?

Kepware is an industrial connectivity gateway that collects data from a wide range of machines and protocols and makes it available to other systems.

How do Peakboard and Kepware work together?

Kepware provides the machine connectivity; Peakboard takes that data and turns it into live dashboards and actionable information.

What problem does this solve?

It makes otherwise siloed, hard-to-read machine data accessible, transparent and actionable for the people on the floor.

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Author: Paul Sudar

Hello everyone, I'm Paul. Currently, I'm working at Peakboard America in Chicago, IL as a Software Consultant. My journey with Peakboard began when I did my dual studies in Digital Business Management. I focus on customer projects, applying my skills directly where they’re needed most. I’m passionate about finding innovative solutions to enhance data visualization and communication for our clients.

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